Industrial Once-Refined Soybean Oil from Japan
Soybean oil alkali-washed once for industrial applications like biofuel blending or lubricant base, not bleached or deodorized to keep cost low. Classed in HTS 1507.90.40.20 for once-refined other soy oil. Not intended for direct food use.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
19.1%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate ≥ 12.5 percent): MFN >= 12.5% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Declare end-use as industrial to qualify for potential duty exemptions; avoid food-grade claims
• Test for contaminants like pesticides per EPA standards